Membership

Apply now  to unlock the next tool in your career toolkit and become an ECDA member today!

At the Early Childhood Development Association (ECDA), we believe it takes a village! Healthy child development and positive outcomes for PEI’s youngest learners happen when we work hand-in-hand: educators, families, businesses, and policymakers alike.

When you become an ECDA member, you aren’t just joining an organization, you’re gaining a community. Your voice guides our decisions, our direction, and the future of Early Learning and Child Care on the Island.

Membership is open to everyone who cares about Early Learning and Child Care on PEI. Whether you are an early childhood educator, a family home provider, a school-age operator, or working in a vital support role within the sector, there is a place for you.

Join over 1,400 members who are shaping best practices and making a real difference. Explore our membership options today and find the perfect fit for you! We’re glad you’re here!

Membership types

  • Professional $150.00 + HST

    Any person certified as an Early Childhood Intern, Early Childhood Associate or Early Childhood Educator under the Provincial Early Learning and Child Care certification program and is, at the time of application, practicing within the province of Prince Edward Island.

  • Associate $85.00 + HST

    Open to any individual or community agency representative who supports the ECDA’s mission but is ineligible for other membership categories. Eligible individuals include parents, retirees, family home or school-age operators, and ECEs who are currently unemployed or working outside of a traditional centre.

  • Corporate $410.00 + HST

    Any businesses that provide services that would enhance either the early childhood development service, business or the early childhood educator.

  • Lifetime $0.00 + HST

    As assigned by the Board of Directors.

Payment

  • Center or Organization Paying

    Select this option only if your fee has been or will be paid by a center or organization. Your registration will not be completed if no payment is received.

  • Moneris (Credit/Debit Card)

    Once you click SUBMIT, you will be presented with a Credit Card form. You can enter all major credit/debit cards to complete you payment.

ECDA Membership Benefits

  • Voting power to impact the direction of your organization (Professional and Lifetime members)
  • Reduced rates for conferences, workshops, and events
  • Access to member-only events, resources, and communication
  • Access to 6 hours of specialized, members-only training each year
  • Access to a top-of-the-line group benefits plan including medical, dental, eye care, massage and more!
  • Discounts at local retailers including:
    • Michael’s 15% discount
    • Lawton’s Drugs (Health Plan subscribers only) – special pricing on various items when you show your Lawton’s card
    • Hearts & Flowers 10% discount
    • Feasible Fuels – discount of 0.04/litre for Automatic fill up accounts.
    • Absolutely Fabulous – 10% off regular priced services everyday.
    • GoodLife Fitness 15% discount on membership pricing!
    • 15% at the Great Canadian Bagel and Greco Pizza (Charlottetown Location)
    • Discount with Scholar’s Choice (email [email protected] to get connected)
    • 10% Discount with Login Books Canada
    • 10% Discount on First Aid Services provided by Life Start First Aid and Safety Training
  • Centre owner/operators have access to the ECDA’s Liability Insurance program
  • Access to a retirement plan
  • Access to trusted financial advising through Lambe & Associates
  • Access to the Resource Library
  • Opportunity to join the ECDA Board of Directors
Apply to be an ECDA Member today!
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